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JAPANESE EMBASSY TURNS OVER CHARCOAL BRIQUETTING FACILITY TO SPUP

The Embassy of Japan has formally turned over to St. Paul University Philippines (SPUP) the “Clean and Green Non-Wood Charcoal Briquetting Facility” it has funded for SPUP’s Community Development Center through the Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP). Mr. Kenji Terada (First Secretary and Agriculture Attache, Embassy of Japan) ceremonially bequeathed the symbolic key of the facility to Sr. Merceditas Ang, SPC (University President). The event was witnessed by Hon. Leonardo Pattung (Mayor, Municipality of Baggao), Ms. Nao Yamada (Senior Program Officer, Embassy of Japan), Sr. Marissa Tumbali, SPC (VP for Administration, SPUP), and Ms. Noemi Cabaddu (Director, Community Extension Services).

The program was held at the Science Agri-Based Entrepreneurial High School (SABEHS) in San Jose, Baggao, Cagayan, where the project was instituted. In her message, Sr. Merceditas Ang, SPC affirmed SPUP’s commitment and advocacy of service to the people of Baggao through the project. She also requested the LGU of Baggao to continuously provide safety and security to SABEHS. Mayor Pattung expressed his gratitude to SPUP through its various projects for the benefit of the people of San Jose, Baggao. He also acceded to the appeal of Sr. Merceditas for the safety and security of SABEHS.

Mr. Terada explained that there are two important goals for the realization of the project – first, to improve the economic condition of the local residents of Baggao by increasing their income; and, second, to promote sustainable development in the area without compromising the environment. In 2015, the Embassy of Japan provided assistance to SPUP for the procurement of equipment and construction of a production and marketing facility of non-wood charcoal.

The program was followed by a tour to the facility and a demonstration of the process of charcoal production by the SABEHS’ students and teachers. The Turnover Ceremony was also attended by the officials of Barangay San Jose and Barangay San Isidro in Baggao; Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO) of Baggao; Parents of SABEHS’ Students and other SPUP Officials.

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SPUP STUDENT-LEADERS EMERGE AS WINNERS IN REGIONAL TOSP

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(by: Ms. Alma Quinagoran)

August 4, 2017 - SPUP's three student-entrees in the 2017 Regional Search for Ten Outstanding Students of the Philippines (TOSP) were proclaimed winners during the Awarding Ceremonies held at the University of St. Louis Tuguegarao. Mr. Brendan Jansen Tangan (BSPALM), Mr. Mark Lee Babaran (BSE) and Mr. Mark Anthony Baliuag (BSA) emerged in the top 10 out of 20 chosen student-finalists from the Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) of Region 2.

The regional finalists participated in the formation program and passed through an intensive interview prior to the announcement of winners. The said recognition merits the regional awardees to undergo scrutiny for the national search.

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SPUP USHERS IN NEWLY LICENSED RADTECHS AND SOCIAL WORKERS

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SPUP’s graduates of BS Radiologic Technology (RT) and BS Social Work (SW) have triumphantly aced the 2017 Licensure Examination of their respective profession by posting results above the National Passing rate.

SPUP’s Radiologic Technology Batch 2017 achieved a 100 percent passing rate against the 46.36 percent National Passing rate. The result was released on August 3, 2017; while, the examination was held on July 30-31, 2017.

On the other hand, SPUP’s Social Work registered a passing rate of 76.67 percent; while, the National Passing rate was 65.88 percent. SW Examinees took the board exeamination on July 27-28, 2017 and the result was released on August 2, 2017.

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SR. MERCEDITAS RECEIVES EXCELLENCE AWARD

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Sr. Merceditas Ang, SPC (University President) received the “Award for Outstanding Contribution to Education” at the 8th Asia’s Education Excellence Awards held in Singapore on August 2, 2017. The Awards are presented by World Education Congress, CMO Asia with CMO Council as its Strategic Partner and Stars of the Industry Group as research partner.

The award is given to individuals who have made a difference and created a positive impact in the lives of others, for the quality of their work, outlook, reach and ability to contribute to social change through excellent and effective leadership: sacrifice, vision, innovation and transformation.

Asia’s Education Excellence Awards are bestowed after an intensely researched process that draws the winner from a shortlist of individuals who are doing extraordinary work in education. This year’s Jury members include: Dr. Arun Arora (former president and CEO of The Economic Times, India’s leading business newspaper), Dr. Harish Mehta (founding member of NASSCOM, an association of software and services companies in India), Nina E. Woodard an American HR consultant and Andrew Kelly chief patron of CMO Asia (a global network of top marketing decision makers).

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SPUP UPGRADES TO ISO 2015

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(by: Dr. Estrella Yu)

To facilitate a smooth transition from ISO 2008 to ISO 2015, the Quality Management Office spearheaded the conduct of an intensive seminar-training for the University Administrators and Internal Quality Auditors from July 26 – 29, 2017 at the SPUP Boardroom.

Highlighting the integration of Risk Management and the Revisions in the ISO 2008 norms, Engr. Arnel Olivar (Asst. Product Manager, TUV Rheinland Philippines) facilitated the seminar-training through a combination of deep-dive inputs and workshops.

He emphasized that ISO 2015 is characterized by: a) a solid framework provided with a stable set of core requirements; b) generic approach as it is made relevant to organizations of all sizes and types, across all industries and sectors; c) process management as it focuses on maintaining effective processes; d) structural compatibility with ISO 14001 – environment management system; e) simplification of implementation in organizations and effective conformity assessment and language to ensure understanding and consistency of interpretation; and, f) accounts for changes in QMS practices and technology and organizational working environments.

SPUP is the first ISO Certified Private and Catholic University in Asia since 2000.